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Acer palmatum 'Lijima Sunago' - Lijima Sunago Japanese Maple

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Acer palmatum 'Lijima Sunago' is a delightful specimen for any garden, commonly known as the Lijima Sunago Japanese Maple. Showcasing a symphony of colors throughout the year, its deeply divided palmate leaves shift from a vibrant summer green to a dazzling array of fiery red and stunning orange in the fall. Ideal for small yards or patio accents, this deciduous tree stands elegantly at a mature height of 10-15 feet and offers a similar spread width. Lovers of any season will appreciate the year-round aesthetic appeal of this cultivar. Modest in maintenance but not in beauty, it thrives in filtered sunlight and well-draining soil types, and despite a preference for cooler climates, it shows admirable tolerance to heat when mulched and watered adequately. From its unique silhouette to the delicate network of branches revealed in winter, every garden will find an enviable centerpiece in the Acer palmatum 'Lijima Sunago'.

  • Size: Up to 10-15 feet tall and wide
  • Foliage: Deeply divided palmate leaves. Green in spring and summer, transitioning to orange and red in fall
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Partial to full sun
  • Seasonal Interest: Provides year-round aesthetic appeal with shifting colors throughout the seasons
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